Online training in evidence-based medicine and research methods for GP registrars: a mixed-methods evaluation of engagement and impact

Abstract Background Evidence-based medicine (EBM) is a core skillset for enhancing the quality and safety of patients’ care. Online EBM education could improve clinicians’ skills in EBM, particularly when it conducted during vocational training. There are limited studies on impact online training clinical practice among general practitioner (GP) registrars (trainees specialist practice). We aimed to describe evaluate acceptability, utility, satisfaction applicability GP experience with course. The course was developed by content-matter experts educational designers encompass effective teaching methods (e.g. interactive used multiple methods). Methods Mixed-method data collection after individual registrars’ completion comprised six modules that increase knowledge research application everyday practice. who completed 2016–2020 were invited complete an survey about their Those within months prior participate semi-structured phone interviews A thematic analysis approach analyse from qualitative interviews. Results showed generally positive towards concept EBM. They stated improved confidence, knowledge, consequently impacted students perceived increased understanding Cohen’s d 1.6. Registrars identified factors influenced Of those, some GP-related including perception being comfortable what they already learnt; work-place related such as time, influence supervisors, access resources; one patient preferences. Conclusions This study attended reported skill over period three months. highlights supervisor’s role ability translating learnt suggests exploring effect supervisors.